Greek Marinated Sea Bream

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Greek Marinated Sea Bream recipe that will leave your taste buds tingling

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

8 min

Ready In

2 hr 18 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

304

Sugar

Fat

16g

Greek Marinated Sea Bream is a delicious seafood dish that can be found in Greek restaurants worldwide. Using sea bream, which is commonly found in the Mediterranean, this recipe offers a healthy and flavorful meal that is perfect for a summer barbecue. Typically served with a side of Greek salad, this dish can make for a light and refreshing dinner.

Instructions

1.	Clean the fish by removing its scales and entrails and then wash it properly. Make cuts on both sides of the fish and place it in a deep plate.
2.	Mix the lemon juice, salt, sugar, and chopped spring onions together and then pour them over the fish. Make sure to get some of the mixture into the slits you made earlier.
3.	Cut the chili pepper and sprinkle it over the fish. Drizzle the olive oil over the chili.
4.	Cover the fish with clingfilm and let it marinade in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
5.	After the marinade, remove the cling film and grill the fish skin-side down for approximately 6-8 minutes.

PROS

This dish is packed with flavor and is an excellent source of healthy fats.

It can be grilled, baked, or fried for a quick and easy meal.

Sea bream is high in protein, and the lemon and chili marinade adds freshness and a kick of heat.

CONS

Some people may find sea bream to be too fishy, and the skin can be difficult to remove.
It can also be somewhat pricy depending on where you live.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sea bream is high in Omega-3 fatty acids that are essential for brain function and heart health.
It also has a low mercury content compared to other fish and is a great source of vitamins B12, D and A. The chili pepper in the marinade can also assist with digestion and boost metabolism.

	1 3/4 lbs sea bream
	100 ml lemon juice
	1 teaspoon salt
	1 teaspoon sugar
	3 teaspoons chopped spring onions
	1 small red chili pepper
	100 ml olive oil